Glossary

Bioswale

An indentation into the ground and includes vegetation, in order to redirect rain waters.  In light of extreme flooding in the Toronto core, this will be an effective method of whisking water away from areas that are at risk for flooding.

In-door forest

Also called an arboretum, which is the process of planned plantings in the form of living walls and other sustainable plant groupings.  It is an eco-friendly method of maintaining healthy air quality in buildings. Plants are chosen that do not need to pollinate in consideration of the health of all.  It is a curation for visual pleasure and healing.

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